AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoTransportation & Tribal Infrastructure: CTUIR, ODOT, and Umatilla County reopened the Thornhollow Bridge after a 2020 flood forced its removal—traffic has been crossing since late April, restoring a safer, closer route for north-of-the-river residents. Higher Ed Budget Crunch: The University of Oregon is freezing hiring and cutting travel to close a projected $65M gap as out-of-state enrollment drops. Public Health & Tech: OHSU researchers report a simple blood test using electricity and nanoparticles could detect pancreatic cancer very early, while a new JAMA study finds abortion-ban states are shifting miscarriage care away from the preferred two-drug approach. Air Quality: Seattle-Tacoma is now among the worst U.S. metros for short-term particle pollution, driven by wildfire smoke. Policy & Politics: Oregon GOP gubernatorial candidates are in their final push ahead of the May 19 primary. Environment & Courts: Environmental groups scored a win stopping the Blue and Gold logging project. Wildlife Watch: WSDA says a yellow-legged hornet likely arrived via a ship at the Port of Vancouver.
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